Hello Enthusiasts,
This post is acting as a summery and analysis the information revealed on 1/12/17 about Nintendo's new system, the Nintendo Switch. This console was announced on 3/17/16 as the NX, which was just a codename to let people know that something new was coming. It wasn't until 10/20/16 that we were given the basic info about the system (and, admittedly, I was really excited).
So what did we get from the conference? Here's are the bulletpoints.
- The console will release on March 3rd, 2017. The system will be released with two confirmed games. The first is the much-anticipated Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. The second game is a competitive game that features the unique aspects of the Joycon controllers called "1 2 Switch".
- The system will be released at $299.99 American dollars. The package will include the Console, left and right joycon, wrist straps, grip, dock, HDMI cable, and an ac adapter. Pro controller is separate.
- online is free until fall of 2017
- There won't be any region locking like previous systems
- The Switch will feature a touch screen, though uses for it weren't showcased.
- Battery life is 2.5 to 6 hours based on the game being played, but the system can be charged off dock.
There was also some specific information given about the Joycon sticks for the system, as listed below:
- The right Joycon stick can read Amiibos
- Each Joycon stick can allow for motion control like the Wii remotes
- There are color variations for the Joycon controllers.
- There are going to be straps for Joycon controllers, and the attachment allows for better grip
-The right Joycon has a camera that can determine shape and distance.
-The rumble feature is supposed to be very precise
Finally, there were several other game announcements during the conference, which I have listed below:
- A fighting game announced that features the motion controls of the Joycon controls, called "Arms". This one looks like it works a little like the boxing from "Wii Sports", but with jumps and other movements. Releases in spring of 2017.
- Splatoon 2 was announced, and with some new features from the first game. It's going to release in the summer of 2017
- There was a new Mario game announced that features a ton of different environments (including an urban environment) and aspects (plus it looks great). The new title is called "Super Mario Odyssey". It'll be coming out late in 2017.
- Xenoblade Chronicles 2 was announced, no release date
- Fire Emblem Warriors was announced, no release date
- Project Octopath Traveler, an indie RPG. announced. No release date.
- A new Atlas game was announced, no release date
- Skyrim confirmed, no release date
- EA's new FIFA game was announced, releasing sometime in 2017
That was the conference's big points. Some aspects are a little disappointing, like the price and battery life, while other aspects are really exciting, like the games and the different aspects of the Joycon controllers. If I know Nintendo, there are not going to be a lot of systems available at release, so pre-order ASAP if it's sounding like something you want on March 3rd. Personally, I am excited for this title overall, and I'm hoping that I don't have to wait until summer to actually get my hands on one.
Sincerely,
The Bored Enthusiast
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